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FAME Foundation Leverage On Sports To Fight Gender-Based Violence
In commemoration of the 2021 edition of 16 Days Activism against Gender-Based Violence which ended today, FAME Foundation in conjunction with the Youth and Sports Development Ministry organized ORANGElympics, a line-up of sporting activities that used sports as a tool to campaign against the menace of Gender-Based Violence.
This event provided a platform for women to advocate against GBV and engage men in the fight against Gender-Based Violence.
Men and women, boys and girls were educated on GBV, its adverse effects, and ways to end GBV in our society. Aside from sporting activities, the event involves interactive sessions, social media conversations, school and community outreaches.
16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence is a global campaign dedicated to raising awareness about the impact of violence, particularly on women and young girls.
The campaign starts on November 25, International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and concludes on December 10, Human Rights Day.
This year’s theme emphasizes the end to end every form of Gender-Based Violence.
Speaking on this year’s theme, Honourable Minister for Youth and Sports Development, Mr Sunday Dare, says, it is time for everyone to rise up and ensure an end to GBV, “I am calling every Nigerian, both young and old to strive towards a gender based violence free society, (GBV) is a global problem affecting millions of women and girls every year, it threatens lives, undermines families and communities, and impedes the progress of nations.
Aderonke Ogunleye-Bello, the Executive Director of FAME Foundation, stated that the PLAY it DREAM it Initiative which is currently ongoing, is using sport as a tool to tackle gender issues such as child marriages and lack of education amongst others in the society and also to mentor Internally Displaced Girls.
“The fight against GBV cannot be won without the enlistment of men and boys as allies. ORANGElympics is an initiative using sports to advocate against GBV and also educate and involve both men and women, in the fight towards ending the global menace of GBV”,
“FAME Foundation condemns every form of gender-based violence and calls on both men and women, government, organizations, and CSOs to stand together as a united force and commit towards ending gender-based violence Now”
She also reiterated thar sports has helped actualize the 16 Days of Activism theme aimed at ending Gender Based Violence in Sports and other aspects of life.
ORANGElympics engaged top Nigerian Athletes like Jude Ighalo, Desire Oparanozie, Olumide Oyedeji and others in campaign against GBV which has tripled in number since Covid19 lockdown.
Also, physical activities like advocacy campaigns to rural communities, schools enlightening people on the dangers of GBV and why it had to end now!
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President Tinubu Celebrates Essiet at 40, Commends Her Service on Road Infrastructure and Community Development
By Joel Ajayi
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Ms. Abiodun Essiet, Senior Special Assistant (SSA) to the President on Community Engagement (North-Central), on the occasion of her 40th birthday, celebrated on January 3.
The President lauded Essiet for her dedication to duty, particularly her active role in community engagement and her consistent participation in road monitoring and supervision exercises across the North-Central geopolitical zone.
In recent times, she has accompanied the Minister of Works, Engr. David Umahi, on inspection tours aimed at assessing progress and ensuring quality delivery of road infrastructure projects across the region.
Essiet, a gender rights activist, community development advocate, and politician, has remained a strong link between the Federal Government and grassroots communities, listening to their concerns and conveying the Renewed Hope agenda to the people at the local level.
President Tinubu described the 40th birthday as a significant milestone, noting that it marks a new phase of greater accomplishments and service. He commended her commitment to engaging communities, fostering inclusion, and promoting development initiatives that directly impact the lives of citizens.
In a statement issued by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Mr. Bayo Onanuga, the President wished Essiet a happy 40th birthday and encouraged her to continue serving with dedication, passion, and an unwavering pursuit of excellence in the discharge of her responsibilities
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